excessive
word
/ɪkˈsɛsɪv/
/ɛksˈɛsɪv/
Definition
More than what is reasonable, necessary, or acceptable; too much of something.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal and neutral contexts to criticize too much of something (like 'excessive force'). Common collocations: 'excessive use,' 'excessive drinking,' 'excessive noise.' Not used for small or positive quantities; often has a negative tone.
Spanish: excesivo - desmedidoPortuguese (BR): excessivo - exageradoPortuguese (PT): excessivo - exageradoChinese (Simplified): 过度的 - 过分的Chinese (Traditional): 過度的 - 過分的Hindi: अत्यधिकArabic: مفرط - زائدBengali: অতিরিক্তRussian: чрезмерный - избыточныйJapanese: 過度な - 行き過ぎたVietnamese: quá mức - thừa thãiKorean: 과도한 - 지나친Turkish: aşırı - haddinden fazlaUrdu: حد سے زیادہ - ضرورت سے زیادہIndonesian: berlebihan
Example Sentences
The doctor warned me about excessive sugar consumption.
basic
Excessive noise can damage your hearing.
basic
Avoid excessive use of your phone before bed.
basic
The bill included excessive fees I wasn’t expecting.
natural
She lost sleep because of excessive worrying about her exams.
natural
Their reaction seemed a bit excessive for such a small mistake.
natural